Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Oak Creek, WI
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William Echevarria
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oak Creek, WI 53154
With a focus on anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, stress management, and relationship issues.
Whether you may be struggling to enjoy daily living or feeling overwhelmed in certain aspects of your life, my approach is to meet you where you are and help you overcome these challenges. I am a big believer in goal setting and want to help you develop a strategy to achieve your goals throughout our counseling sessions. I offer a compassionate and supportive environment that encourages growth.
With a focus on anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, stress management, and relationship issues.
Whether you may be struggling to enjoy daily living or feeling overwhelmed in certain aspects of your life, my approach is to meet you where you are and help you overcome these challenges. I am a big believer in goal setting and want to help you develop a strategy to achieve your goals throughout our counseling sessions. I offer a compassionate and supportive environment that encourages growth.
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Heidi Conto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-C, CIR, RM
Verified Verified
Oak Creek, WI 53154
Waitlist for new clients
I also have a passion working with women on women's issues, anxiety, depression, OCD, relationships, family conflict, parenting, grief/loss, and life transitions/adjustments.
"It is my priority to offer a welcoming and safe space for each and every client. If you are struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, depression, low self- esteem, a life transition or are having difficulty with relationships, stress and worry, coping with a loss, or feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward, I would like to assist you. I am an experienced clinical therapist working collaboratively with clients to find solutions to problems allowing them to move forward and lead a more fulfilling life. My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, strengths based and informative while being goal oriented."
I also have a passion working with women on women's issues, anxiety, depression, OCD, relationships, family conflict, parenting, grief/loss, and life transitions/adjustments.
"It is my priority to offer a welcoming and safe space for each and every client. If you are struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, depression, low self- esteem, a life transition or are having difficulty with relationships, stress and worry, coping with a loss, or feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward, I would like to assist you. I am an experienced clinical therapist working collaboratively with clients to find solutions to problems allowing them to move forward and lead a more fulfilling life. My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, strengths based and informative while being goal oriented."
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Modern Wellness
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LPC-IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Creek, WI 53154
With a decade of professional mental health experience, I implement an integrative approach while having specific training with DBT, OCD, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Hi, my name is Carly and I am one of the practitioners at Modern Wellness. Finding a counselor to suit your needs can be hard! The creation of a safe and comfortable space is one of the first steps to connecting with a counselor. Once that is established, we can continue forward and talk about anything that you deem important!
With a decade of professional mental health experience, I implement an integrative approach while having specific training with DBT, OCD, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Hi, my name is Carly and I am one of the practitioners at Modern Wellness. Finding a counselor to suit your needs can be hard! The creation of a safe and comfortable space is one of the first steps to connecting with a counselor. Once that is established, we can continue forward and talk about anything that you deem important!
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My personal and professional mission is to be there so that no one has to struggle alone. I feel passionate about offering clients the opportunity to feel seen, understood, and valued, and I always work to meet my clients where they're at in their journey. I believe that all of my clients already possess the capacities necessary for growth, they just might need a little help to recognize and learn how to draw upon their personal strengths. I'm here to walk alongside you as you explore your goals and values, and ultimately work to build a more fulfilling life.
My personal and professional mission is to be there so that no one has to struggle alone. I feel passionate about offering clients the opportunity to feel seen, understood, and valued, and I always work to meet my clients where they're at in their journey. I believe that all of my clients already possess the capacities necessary for growth, they just might need a little help to recognize and learn how to draw upon their personal strengths. I'm here to walk alongside you as you explore your goals and values, and ultimately work to build a more fulfilling life.
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Currently only accepting clients that communicates via American Sign Language. I work with individuals facing a variety of challenges in life. I believe in strength based approach, utilizing strength and inspiration to lead you to whole well being. My approach is nonjudgmental, I believe each individual have inner strength and inspiration that can guide them in recovery. I integrate various theories and skills into my practice with a belief in mindfulness and motivational interviewing as a therapeutic tool. I take great care in my approach as a culturally sensitive and caring person.
Currently only accepting clients that communicates via American Sign Language. I work with individuals facing a variety of challenges in life. I believe in strength based approach, utilizing strength and inspiration to lead you to whole well being. My approach is nonjudgmental, I believe each individual have inner strength and inspiration that can guide them in recovery. I integrate various theories and skills into my practice with a belief in mindfulness and motivational interviewing as a therapeutic tool. I take great care in my approach as a culturally sensitive and caring person.
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Maria Reiter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oak Creek, WI 53154 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with constant anxiety and stress that leaves you feeling drained? Do you strive for perfection but feel like you can never quite achieve it, leaving you feel frustrated and disappointed? Have you explored talk therapy before and found it helpful for venting, but now you’re seeking a more in-depth approach to address the root of your anxiety and trauma to find lasting relief? I understand how all these concerns are interconnected, which is why I bring a holistic approach to therapy. I help millenial and Gen Z women just like you overcome people-pleasing tendencies, reduce anxiety, and find lasting relief through EMDR.
Do you struggle with constant anxiety and stress that leaves you feeling drained? Do you strive for perfection but feel like you can never quite achieve it, leaving you feel frustrated and disappointed? Have you explored talk therapy before and found it helpful for venting, but now you’re seeking a more in-depth approach to address the root of your anxiety and trauma to find lasting relief? I understand how all these concerns are interconnected, which is why I bring a holistic approach to therapy. I help millenial and Gen Z women just like you overcome people-pleasing tendencies, reduce anxiety, and find lasting relief through EMDR.
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Please contact via email - Trauma and early relationship patterns guide how we think and behave in the present. For this reason, trauma informed care and focus on attachment patterns has become an integral part of my practice. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to understand their therapy goals. My background and understanding of diverse cultural contexts (being a Muslim woman) helps me provide culturally sensitive care. My therapeutic style is direct and pragmatic, however, I can adapt it to fit client needs.
Please contact via email - Trauma and early relationship patterns guide how we think and behave in the present. For this reason, trauma informed care and focus on attachment patterns has become an integral part of my practice. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to understand their therapy goals. My background and understanding of diverse cultural contexts (being a Muslim woman) helps me provide culturally sensitive care. My therapeutic style is direct and pragmatic, however, I can adapt it to fit client needs.
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Rebecca Whiting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Creek, WI 53154
*Contact by email is preferred* Life isn't always easy. Sometimes it throws you a curveball , and it can be hard to get past it on your own. That's where I come in. I use proven methods to help my clients overcome any obstacles they are facing as quickly as possible. Everyone deals with their problems in their own way, so I tailor my approach to suit the individual needs of my clients. My goal is to make my clients feel independent, content, and in control...to become the best version of themselves.
*Contact by email is preferred* Life isn't always easy. Sometimes it throws you a curveball , and it can be hard to get past it on your own. That's where I come in. I use proven methods to help my clients overcome any obstacles they are facing as quickly as possible. Everyone deals with their problems in their own way, so I tailor my approach to suit the individual needs of my clients. My goal is to make my clients feel independent, content, and in control...to become the best version of themselves.
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Leslie Clark Dbt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSE, LPC, CSAC, CS-IT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Oak Creek, WI 53154
I have a solid foundation in mental health and substance abuse counseling having worked with both adolescents and adults for the past thirteen years. I enjoy working with college students and believe that being a student in today's world can be challenging with the pressures of academics, peers, and self-discovery. I appreciate working with adults to gain high self-confidence and self-esteem. It is very powerful for me to watch as clients gain inner strength for themselves in their lives. I specialize in DBT, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, communication skills, stress management, and addictions. I am accepting new clients!
I have a solid foundation in mental health and substance abuse counseling having worked with both adolescents and adults for the past thirteen years. I enjoy working with college students and believe that being a student in today's world can be challenging with the pressures of academics, peers, and self-discovery. I appreciate working with adults to gain high self-confidence and self-esteem. It is very powerful for me to watch as clients gain inner strength for themselves in their lives. I specialize in DBT, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, communication skills, stress management, and addictions. I am accepting new clients!
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Alannia Mosley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Oak Creek, WI 53154 (Online Only)
Recognizing the need to seek mental health services allows you to push through barriers that interfere with daily functioning. At this point, you likely have found the courage to admit you need help and would like to address concerns that are impeding on your ability to enjoy activities. You are looking for someone to assist you in overcoming barriers and your primary focus is to improve your quality of life. I can assist you with managing your emotions and coping with challenging situations.
Recognizing the need to seek mental health services allows you to push through barriers that interfere with daily functioning. At this point, you likely have found the courage to admit you need help and would like to address concerns that are impeding on your ability to enjoy activities. You are looking for someone to assist you in overcoming barriers and your primary focus is to improve your quality of life. I can assist you with managing your emotions and coping with challenging situations.
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Stephen Hart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, PhD
Verified Verified
Oak Creek, WI 53154 (Online Only)
Dr. Hart’s treatment approach is interactive. He focuses on underlying, causative factors in a person’s or couple’s problems, and on their positive strengths. His theoretical orientation includes both contemporary psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral therapy, incorporating solution-focused approaches as needed. Additionally, Dr. Hart emphasizes the fields of positive psychology and wellness.
Dr. Hart’s treatment approach is interactive. He focuses on underlying, causative factors in a person’s or couple’s problems, and on their positive strengths. His theoretical orientation includes both contemporary psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral therapy, incorporating solution-focused approaches as needed. Additionally, Dr. Hart emphasizes the fields of positive psychology and wellness.
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American Behavioral Clinics is an outpatient treatment facility that specializes in psychiatric and behavioral health services for children, teens, and adults. As a center of mental health excellence, we continually remove barriers to ensure quick access to the right care for our clients. We empower every individual with the opportunity to receive a full continuum of recovery-oriented and compassionate care that is built around our industry leading experts. Our clinical team delivers specialized treatment for people who suffer from a variety of mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, addiction issues, and more.
American Behavioral Clinics is an outpatient treatment facility that specializes in psychiatric and behavioral health services for children, teens, and adults. As a center of mental health excellence, we continually remove barriers to ensure quick access to the right care for our clients. We empower every individual with the opportunity to receive a full continuum of recovery-oriented and compassionate care that is built around our industry leading experts. Our clinical team delivers specialized treatment for people who suffer from a variety of mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, addiction issues, and more.
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Zena Counseling Center provides an accepting and nurturing environment that emphasizes psychological reconstruction, behavioral reformation and spiritual elevation. This allows our clients to feel comfortable exploring their goals and unique strengths in order to empower them in making meaningful live changes. Our counseling center utilizes a holistic integrative approach that acknowledges the historical experience of each individual. We also focus on reaching out to both mainstream and multi-cultural clientele.
Zena Counseling Center provides an accepting and nurturing environment that emphasizes psychological reconstruction, behavioral reformation and spiritual elevation. This allows our clients to feel comfortable exploring their goals and unique strengths in order to empower them in making meaningful live changes. Our counseling center utilizes a holistic integrative approach that acknowledges the historical experience of each individual. We also focus on reaching out to both mainstream and multi-cultural clientele.
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Kaylee Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oak Creek, WI 53154
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome. As a therapist, my goal is to help children and their families receive the relief they need from day to day life. I focus on creating a safe and accepting space for children and families because I believe this is the first step to growth and healing. I approach our work together as a member of your team assisting in the overall goal you would like to achieve. You know you best. I am here to listen to your concerns, understand where you currently are in life, and gently guide the beautiful process called healing. By the end of treatment, my hope is that you will leave therapy a healthier happier YOU!
Welcome. As a therapist, my goal is to help children and their families receive the relief they need from day to day life. I focus on creating a safe and accepting space for children and families because I believe this is the first step to growth and healing. I approach our work together as a member of your team assisting in the overall goal you would like to achieve. You know you best. I am here to listen to your concerns, understand where you currently are in life, and gently guide the beautiful process called healing. By the end of treatment, my hope is that you will leave therapy a healthier happier YOU!
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Hi! I am a queer, Syrian clinical psychologist who specializes in working with the LGBTQ+ community and treating folks dealing with OCD, minority stress, depression, anxiety, and phobias. I also provide gender affirming care for individuals 12 and older who are at various stages in their gender journey. I enjoy working with folks navigating gender identity exploration/transition, as well as sexual and racial identity development. I write letters of support for gender affirming surgery, and can typically get folks in within a week. I also provide ADHD testing and diagnostic assessments for folks 12 and up.
Hi! I am a queer, Syrian clinical psychologist who specializes in working with the LGBTQ+ community and treating folks dealing with OCD, minority stress, depression, anxiety, and phobias. I also provide gender affirming care for individuals 12 and older who are at various stages in their gender journey. I enjoy working with folks navigating gender identity exploration/transition, as well as sexual and racial identity development. I write letters of support for gender affirming surgery, and can typically get folks in within a week. I also provide ADHD testing and diagnostic assessments for folks 12 and up.
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Rachel Pfeifer is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 2 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, OCD and personality disorders. Rachel treats patients between ages 18 to 65+ utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in her approaches with clients. Rachel has extensive experience counseling adults, families and groups in clinical and residential settings. Rachel enjoys spending time with friends and family. She also loves being outdoors, traveling, exploring and hiking National Parks whenever she can.
Rachel Pfeifer is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 2 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, OCD and personality disorders. Rachel treats patients between ages 18 to 65+ utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in her approaches with clients. Rachel has extensive experience counseling adults, families and groups in clinical and residential settings. Rachel enjoys spending time with friends and family. She also loves being outdoors, traveling, exploring and hiking National Parks whenever she can.
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In addition, he specializes in treating Obsessive Compulsive symptoms, Adjustment issues, Post Traumatic Stress, Mood concerns, interpersonal struggles, and LGBTQ+ issues.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Michael focuses on the importance of the Mind-Body connection. He uses a wide range of therapeutic techniques to help individuals gain insight, work towards desired goals, and reach their true potential. He specializes in treating Anxiety including Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic symptoms, and Phobias.
In addition, he specializes in treating Obsessive Compulsive symptoms, Adjustment issues, Post Traumatic Stress, Mood concerns, interpersonal struggles, and LGBTQ+ issues.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Michael focuses on the importance of the Mind-Body connection. He uses a wide range of therapeutic techniques to help individuals gain insight, work towards desired goals, and reach their true potential. He specializes in treating Anxiety including Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic symptoms, and Phobias.
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Anxiety & OCD Treatment Services
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53201 (Online Only)
Anxiety & OCD Treatment Services is a specialty clinic that strives to provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment for those who are suffering from anxiety and OCD, and who otherwise may not have access to specialized therapy services. We work with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with OCD- and anxiety-related concerns, including: OCD, panic and agoraphobia, health anxiety, social anxiety, specific phobias, separation anxiety, generalized anxiety, body-focused repetitive behaviors, body dysmorphic disorder, trauma and PTSD, depression and mood-related issues, among others.
Anxiety & OCD Treatment Services is a specialty clinic that strives to provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment for those who are suffering from anxiety and OCD, and who otherwise may not have access to specialized therapy services. We work with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with OCD- and anxiety-related concerns, including: OCD, panic and agoraphobia, health anxiety, social anxiety, specific phobias, separation anxiety, generalized anxiety, body-focused repetitive behaviors, body dysmorphic disorder, trauma and PTSD, depression and mood-related issues, among others.
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I help adults and kiddos 10+ living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorders (trauma, panic, illness, social, generalized, and phobias) to regain control of their lives using a goal-based approach.
If anxiety and fear have more control over your life than you do, you are not alone. Living with relentless-intrusive thoughts, scary images, paralyzing anxiety, and mental and health-related fears is exhausting. If you support a loved one suffering from OCD or anxiety, it can be just as painful. Being pregnant or a new parent adds additional stress and responsibility, which can make symptoms worse. Working with me, you will gain a better understanding of what is happening, reduce unwanted symptoms like anxiety, fear, and shame, and learn helpful tools and coping skills to manage all of it.
I help adults and kiddos 10+ living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorders (trauma, panic, illness, social, generalized, and phobias) to regain control of their lives using a goal-based approach.
If anxiety and fear have more control over your life than you do, you are not alone. Living with relentless-intrusive thoughts, scary images, paralyzing anxiety, and mental and health-related fears is exhausting. If you support a loved one suffering from OCD or anxiety, it can be just as painful. Being pregnant or a new parent adds additional stress and responsibility, which can make symptoms worse. Working with me, you will gain a better understanding of what is happening, reduce unwanted symptoms like anxiety, fear, and shame, and learn helpful tools and coping skills to manage all of it.
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I specialize in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Eating Disorders, Hair pulling/Skin Picking, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders.
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing difficult situations that have prevented them from living a healthier lifestyle. My mission is to help you name what's keeping you stuck and identify individual strengths that will help overcome those challenges. I am there to support you in finding and becoming the best version of yourself by letting go of old patterns of thinking and behaviors that are stopping you from being who you want to be. I am also available to provide services in Spanish, as it is my native language.
I specialize in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Eating Disorders, Hair pulling/Skin Picking, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders.
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing difficult situations that have prevented them from living a healthier lifestyle. My mission is to help you name what's keeping you stuck and identify individual strengths that will help overcome those challenges. I am there to support you in finding and becoming the best version of yourself by letting go of old patterns of thinking and behaviors that are stopping you from being who you want to be. I am also available to provide services in Spanish, as it is my native language.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.